Lauren Groff • The Mind, The Body, and The Natural World

Acclaimed novelist and 2024 TIME100 honoree Lauren Groff is a singular voice in American fiction. This week, Groff joins host Charlotte Alter to delve deep into the essence of creativity and the intricacies of the natural world and the human body. Lauren shares her unique perspective on how time acts as the "secret currency" of art, reflecting on the challenges of balancing marriage, motherhood and writing. Known for her commitment to an analog writing practice, Lauren discusses the virtues of disconnecting from digital distractions in favor of play, and unpacks the parallels between athleticism and artistic expression. Articulating the urgencies of this moment in history, Groff provides insights into her approach to weaving real-world themes and pressing societal issues into her narratives. Join Charlotte and Lauren for a deep dive into the life and mind of a writer who crafts not just stories, but windows into our world. Read more: Lauren Groff by Ann Patchett | TIME100 •

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Lauren Groff • The Mind, The Body, and The Natural World is an episode from TIME's Top Stories by Sachar Mathias.

This episode is 34:56 long.

This episode was published on Apr 18, 2024.

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